1980 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Accord | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | 818 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |